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Carbon SS Climbing Sticks - Latitude Outdoors
Carbon SS Climbing Sticks
Sale priceFrom $84.99
X-Wing Speed Series Saddle Platform - Latitude Outdoors
X-Wing Speed Series Saddle Platform
Sale price$299.99
The Method 2
The Method 2
Sale price$299.99

Attention opportunists

PRAXIS BUILT

Praxis Built means every piece of equipment you find here has been crafted by those who live for high-paced mobile hunting. It's been meticulously designed to meet the demands of hunters who pursue all opportunities - public, private, or the neighbor’s back yard.

Praxis Built is our nod to the imperfect pursuit of perfection. It’s a declaration of our standards, a testament to your grit, and a promise to hunters who are willing to go in blind.

Opportunists - This gear is built for you.

About Saddle Hunting

What is a hunting saddle? What equipment do I need to start saddle hunting? How can saddle hunting help me be more efficient? Are hunting saddles comfortable? How do I customize the fit of my saddle? Is saddle hunting safe? How do I shoot 360 degrees in a saddle? Answers to these questions and more below!

SADDLE HUNTING

A hunting saddle is a simple alternative to a traditional hang-on tree stand. Think of a hunting saddle as a rock climbing harness for hunting. Hunting saddles are designed to help hunters be more mobile and hunt in locations that were inaccessible with a tree stand. As a result, hunters are able to more efficiently adapt to changing conditions and improve success rates. Hunting saddles shine in scenarios where hunting locations are long distances from the truck or in thick cover that would be too noisy to walk through with a metal tree stand. 

Saddle - Single-panel or two-panel (descriptions below)

Climbing Method - Climbing sticks, one-sticking, etc. Climbing sticks are used to ascend the tree quickly. Check out our Carbon SS Climbing Sticks here.

Saddle Platform - Platforms are used with climbing sticks and this is what you will stand on at hunting height. Check out our Ultralight Saddle Platforms here.

Ropes - Tether (connects you to the tree at hunting height) and lineman belt (used while you climb so you're always connected to the tree). Learn more about our Saddle Hunting Ropes here.

Dump Pouch - Pouches are used to carry your ropes and are designed to allow for easy access. Check out the Method Dump Pouch or Classic Dump Pouch for details.

Knee Pads - Important for comfort in the tree while sitting with your knees on the tree. Check out our Knee Pads for details.

Single-Panel Saddles -  Single-panel saddles are lightweight and simple. They are also the budget option within the saddle market. If you're looking to dip your toes into saddle hunting, this may be a great option for you.

Pleated Saddles - Pleated saddles are single-panel saddles with an "expansion chamber" that increases the size of the saddle to deliver enhanced comfort. These saddles are used in two discrete configurations, "pleat open" or "pleat closed," which can limit adjustability. Pleated saddles are known for being comfortable, but struggle in terms of being compact and packable. 

Two-Panel Saddles - Two-Panel saddles deliver the most compact configuration currently available in the saddle market. After all, you're adding a saddle to your arsenal to be more mobile, right? They have quickly become the most popular category because being compact no longer comes at the cost of decreased comfort. The two panels are connected with magnets (The Method 2) or straps in "compact mode" for your hike in, but can then be separated in the tree to deliver the enhanced comfort of a larger, bulky, saddle. Two-panel saddles offer hunters the best of both worlds in terms of being compact and comfortable. As an added benefit, two-panel saddles offer an extra dimension of adjustability. Single-panel and pleated saddles force the user to place top and bottom support a fixed distance from one another. In contrast, a two-panel saddle allows users to independently adjust the location of top and bottom support. This allows users to optimize comfort by maximizing customization to fit specific body types. Our Method 2 saddle was the first modernized two-panel saddle and is positioned as the leader in this category. 

The short answer is yes, but saddles are highly customizable with several adjustment options. All day sits are absolutely possible and common.

YES! When done properly, you are always connected to the tree making it a very safe way to hunt. Make sure you saddle manufacturer 3rd party tests ALL of their saddles, ropes, platforms, and climbing sticks. Without 3rd party testing in a certified engineering facility you are putting yourself at risk! 

No! Shooting out of a saddle is awesome. You're able to shoot 360 degrees and have the opportunity to keep the tree between you and the deer for cover. Leaning into the saddle with a knee on the tree gives you enhanced support for shooting stability. Shooting efficiency is one of the main benefits of hunting from a saddle.

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